Explorer Post 1891

About the Program

The Explorer Program gives you an excellent opportunity to learn more about the law enforcement profession. Explorer Post 1891 meets weekly on Thursday nights, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Hiram Police Department located at 217 Main St., Hiram, GA 30141.

As a member of the Hiram Police Explorer Program you will receive training in:

Firearms

Narcotics identification

Crime Scene Investigation

Criminal and Traffic Law

Leadership Training

Physical Fitness training

First Aid

Criminal Investigations

Self-defense tactics

Patrol Techniques

Various other aspects of the Law Enforcement Profession

Some of the Explorers prepare for a uniform inspection at the Winterfest Competition.

Membership

To become a Police Explorer, you must complete and submit an explorer application to the Police Department along with meeting the following criteria:

Be age 14-21 and out of the eighth grade

Maintain a 2.0 GPA in all school work

Have no criminal record or background

Have and maintain a good moral character

Pass a background investigation

Demonstrate a willingness to participate in Explorer activities

Not affiliated with another Police Explorer post

For more information, please contact the Hiram Police Department at 770-943-3087 and ask to speak with the Explorer Director or an adviser.